Released 10 years ago
Melting
Mamamoo · 2016
41 min · 12 tracks · contemporary R&B
A vibrant blend of contemporary R&B and jazz-infused pop, showcasing dynamic vocal performances and playful lyricism.
Top tracks — play these first
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넌 Is 뭔들 — This track stands out with its catchy melody and clever lyrics that playfully discuss romantic tension, showcasing Mamamoo's signature vocal harmonies.
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I Miss You — With its emotional depth and soulful delivery, this ballad highlights the group's ability to convey vulnerability, making it a poignant moment on the album.
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Funky Boy — This upbeat track blends funk influences with playful lyrics, capturing the carefree spirit of the album while demonstrating Mamamoo's dynamic range and charisma.
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Girl Crush — An empowering anthem that explores themes of self-confidence and admiration, it showcases the group's versatility and strong lyrical content, resonating with listeners.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong vocal performances and diverse influences but lacks a cohesive flow across its runtime.
What we noticed
- Vocal harmonies are prominent, with multiple members often layering their voices in call-and-response patterns throughout several tracks.
- Several songs incorporate jazz elements, such as syncopated rhythms and brass instrumentation, which adds a playful complexity to the overall sound.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful energy for social gatherings
- catchy sing-alongs with friends
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- vibrant sound for upbeat moods
- emotional highs and lows
Maybe skip if you
- slow, reflective listening preference
- seekers of lengthy compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2016, Melting is Mamamoo's second studio album following their debut album, Piano Man. This release solidified their reputation as a versatile group within the K-pop scene, building on the success of their earlier hits while exploring deeper musical styles and themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sister· Red Velvet· Ailee
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 1cm의 자존심 3:04
- 2 우리끼리 (Words Don’t Come Easy) 3:56
- 3 넌 Is 뭔들 3:50
- 4 금요일밤 3:22
- 5 고향이 3:21
- 6 Emotion 3:27
- 7 I Miss You 4:16
- 8 Funky Boy 3:35
- 9 나만의 Recipe 2:49
- 10 고양이 (Cat Fight) 3:26
- 11 Just 3:41
- 12 Girl Crush 3:08
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